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Nov 2022
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Scott Hershovitz: Little Kids Asking Big...

Alan Alda
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The philosopher's kids were asking surprisingly deep questions, so Scott Hershovitz was inspired to write a book, subtitled Adventures in Philosophy with My Kids. Their adventures are surprisingly entertaining. 
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